2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1711 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
